When to go & weather

Climate

The central and northern highlands are fairly mild with average daytime temperatures of 18°C. The bulk of the rain falls between May and September, with July and August being the wettest. The region of Tig­ray and parts of northeastern Amharaland are drier, only receiving significant rain in July and August.

The Danakil Depression, with elevations cracking 116m below sea level, regularly surpasses 50°C.

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